Spinal Injections and Nerve Blocks

Spinal Injections and Nerve Blocks

(Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar)

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Chronic pain in the neck, mid-back, or lower back can make even the simplest daily activities difficult. At Nona Spine and Pain Institute, we provide advanced spinal injections and nerve block procedures designed to treat pain directly at its source.

Whether your pain is caused by a herniated disc, spinal arthritis, nerve compression, or injury, our minimally invasive treatments can help reduce inflammation, relieve nerve irritation, and restore mobility. These procedures can also help accurately identify the source of your pain, allowing us to create a more effective and personalized treatment plan.

All cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal injections at our clinic are performed using precision imaging guidance, ensuring maximum safety, accuracy, and optimal results.

What Are Spinal Injections and Nerve Blocks?

Spinal injections and nerve blocks are minimally invasive procedures used in interventional pain management to both diagnose and treat spine-related pain conditions.

These treatments help:

• Reduce inflammation around irritated nerves
• Block pain signals from reaching the brain
• Identify the exact source of spinal pain
• Delay or potentially eliminate the need for surgery
• Improve mobility and daily function

Depending on your specific condition, your physician may recommend one of the following procedures:

• Epidural Steroid Injections (ESI)
• Medial Branch Blocks (MBB)
• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
• Discography (Discogram) Testing

Each treatment is carefully selected based on your symptoms, medical history, and diagnostic imaging to ensure the most effective outcome.

Medial Branch Blocks (MBB)

Medial branch blocks are diagnostic injections used to determine whether facet joints are the source of your spine pain. Facet joints are small joints located between the vertebrae that help stabilize the spine and allow controlled movement. When these joints become inflamed, arthritic, or injured, they can cause chronic neck, mid-back, or lower back pain.

How a Medial Branch Block Works

During the procedure:

• A small amount of local anesthetic is injected near the medial branch nerves
• These nerves carry pain signals from the facet joints to the brain
• Temporary pain relief helps confirm that the facet joints are the primary source of pain

Why This Test Is Important

Medial branch blocks help physicians determine the most appropriate long-term treatment plan. If the injection significantly reduces your pain, you may be a candidate for radiofrequency ablation, which can provide longer-lasting relief.

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Why Choose Nona Spine and Pain Institute?

At Nona Spine and Pain Institute, we focus on delivering precise, evidence-based care for patients suffering from chronic spinal pain.

Our approach emphasizes:

• Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation
• Advanced imaging-guided procedures
• Minimally invasive treatments whenever possible
• Personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient

Our goal is to identify the true source of pain and provide effective treatment that restores function and improves quality of life.

Minimally Invasive Spine Treatments in the Orlando Area

If chronic neck or back pain is affecting your daily life, spinal injections and nerve block procedures may provide the relief you need.

At Nona Spine and Pain Institute, we offer advanced treatments including:

• Epidural steroid injections
• Medial branch blocks
• Radiofrequency ablation
• Discography